tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post9135403684937453863..comments2018-11-21T12:46:16.686-05:00Comments on Elizabeth &amp; Co.: How I Make Chalk PaintSharon @ Elizabeth &amp; Co.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comBlogger131125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-10221131460104997472015-03-19T16:36:17.148-04:002015-03-19T16:36:17.148-04:00I tried your recipe for chalk paint and it didn&#3...I tried your recipe for chalk paint and it didn&#39;t work! I am so sad! I dissolved the plaster of Paris really well first, and there was no grit or lumpiness. And when I mixed my paint/primer in it turned into a thick gritty mess! I am so bummed!Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12435476470865772410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-41420185960833879412014-09-14T20:20:16.104-04:002014-09-14T20:20:16.104-04:00For Kathie ... I have used homemade chalk paint in...For Kathie ... I have used homemade chalk paint in a sprayer and it worked really well!Sharon @ Elizabeth &amp; Co.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-60583207412092971202014-09-14T07:55:27.169-04:002014-09-14T07:55:27.169-04:00have you used this recipe in a sprayer?have you used this recipe in a sprayer?Kathie gillaspiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04654982000861402135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-32112512762112544392014-08-24T21:07:57.770-04:002014-08-24T21:07:57.770-04:00For Unknown, Did you add water to the Plaster of P...For Unknown, Did you add water to the Plaster of Paris? It should be completely dissolved before adding your paint. I occasionally stir throughout the painting process, but have never had the POP harden. I don&#39;t think the mix can be saved. But I hope you give it another try!Sharon @ Elizabeth &amp; Co.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-65160121687223051782014-08-24T18:32:01.703-04:002014-08-24T18:32:01.703-04:00Hello, so excited to try your recipe. I used it t...Hello, so excited to try your recipe. I used it today, painting my 36 year old baby crib. The first side was lovely then with the second I found my plaster of Paris had hardened in the bottom if container. I stirred and stirred and strained it, but still have grit. What did I do wrong? I used Behr flat paint/primer and dry Plaster of Paris. Help please, two more sides to go.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06253684153909469135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-92230802176648242342014-08-07T04:03:58.843-04:002014-08-07T04:03:58.843-04:00Thank you so much! I, too, had questions about wh...Thank you so much! I, too, had questions about what paint you used, but I realized I could just click on your image and see exactly the type of paint-- Interior Satin Enamel Paint and Primer<br />I&#39;m going to give it a go! ThanksMolliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03721189043282942840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-15961797286054733232014-07-02T21:34:01.398-04:002014-07-02T21:34:01.398-04:00For mtonymist ... yes the removal of the gold trim...For mtonymist ... yes the removal of the gold trim on the glass was a quick and easy fix with a little paint scraper razor blade I picked up for just a few dollars at the paint store. It&#39;s a nifty little gadget with a cover and a built-in supply of blades.Sharon @ Elizabeth &amp; Co.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-82518183413954206172014-07-02T11:11:41.064-04:002014-07-02T11:11:41.064-04:00Just came across this, thanks for the post. I noti...Just came across this, thanks for the post. I notice you removed the gold [leaf?] stripes from the glass, was there a simple method you used?metonymisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07537775239552893867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-57696822157770317932014-06-17T21:22:24.787-04:002014-06-17T21:22:24.787-04:00For Judy - the four lines are just to help judge 1...For Judy - the four lines are just to help judge 1 part Plaster of Paris to 3 parts paint. The water dissolves the Plaster of Paris and you&#39;ll still be at or near the first line. Then add three parts paint. I&#39;ve been doing this for years now and I don&#39;t measure anymore. You really don&#39;t have to be too precise.Sharon @ Elizabeth &amp; Co.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-45404640214674203892014-06-17T21:02:08.805-04:002014-06-17T21:02:08.805-04:00I too wondered about the 4 lines? 1 line for the p...I too wondered about the 4 lines? 1 line for the plaster, a little water? and then the next line paint? or fill with paint to the top line? thanks<br />Judy Brocatohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17789629054727492965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-16177742281317168162014-03-13T08:37:08.417-04:002014-03-13T08:37:08.417-04:00Thank you for the great information. I am tired o...Thank you for the great information. I am tired of paying high prices for chalk paint along with the shipping. Your post is winner because it makes the pocketbook go farther. Also I am glad that you use a wax that can be purchase at a diy store. I will admit I love Johnsons Paste wax..easy and is ready to buff quickly. The smell is strong but does not linger....I appreciate your efforts Oh..and I love the china cabinet....<br />Sheryl<br />Red Tin InnSheryl Red Tin Innhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03382212337203311053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-53252717339596990322014-02-03T13:39:03.920-05:002014-02-03T13:39:03.920-05:00Just my quick 2¢ worth-If you have a Hobby Lobby n...Just my quick 2¢ worth-If you have a Hobby Lobby nearby,I am certain they have plaster of paris.An added plus is the 40% off coupon they have every week,if it&#39;s not already on sale. If you missed it they nearly always have extra at the store. If you are not near a Hobby Lobby,almost any arts and crafts store should have it. I have came across it at Wal-Mart,as well. I&#39;ve never tried chalk painting,but absolutely adore the look Thank you for your article. Your piece turned out beautifully.kellovhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11360549865894946663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-45086761985993470202013-12-06T20:19:46.698-05:002013-12-06T20:19:46.698-05:00I love it!! What a cute project, it is so perfect....I love it!! What a cute project, it is so perfect. Thanks for sharing such a great tutorial with us! my blog at <a href="http://curtains-designs.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Curtain designs</a>Jassica Modyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10388871512862701465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-24129457158608106892013-08-06T08:56:13.140-04:002013-08-06T08:56:13.140-04:00Love your instructions, I was searching forever fo...Love your instructions, I was searching forever for a DIY recipe that made sense to me! Tried it last night on our faux brick backsplash...wasn&#39;t expecting such a &quot;matte&quot; feel (not sure what I was expecting!). I really want to paint a desk I found at a garage sale but I&#39;m not sure I like that feel...do you ever use it on something like a desk that you&#39;d write on? Is the waxing what gives it a smoother feel? I can&#39;t decide...I don&#39;t want the chalk feel on my workspace, but wax sounds (to my unexperienced mind) like it would make it too &quot;soft&quot; to be usable. Please help! :-) Thanks again for the great tutorial!Kadorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18100674294013248425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-29605060615475902932013-08-05T15:28:12.626-04:002013-08-05T15:28:12.626-04:00Really gorgeous! (Visiting from Hometalk) I use t...Really gorgeous! (Visiting from Hometalk) I use the same &#39;recipe&#39; but usually I&#39;m using left over latex paint and mix up my own colors ;-) Gosh ya gotta love that DIY! Pretty pretty furniture piece!Connie@Connie Nikiforoff Designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18283088329151401409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-8800498118543328492013-08-05T14:06:42.239-04:002013-08-05T14:06:42.239-04:00Hello Again!
Did you prime first? Is it necessar...Hello Again!<br /><br />Did you prime first? Is it necessary? <br /><br />I will hopefully be making the chalk paint soon and when done with be finishing with a satin water based poly. Will let you know how it turns out.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14264642213412959065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-21023011334990904092013-07-30T14:35:52.267-04:002013-07-30T14:35:52.267-04:00 I have heard that not all DIY recipes are as good... I have heard that not all DIY recipes are as good as the real thing so was nervous about trying any, but if a few of you have been using this one for a while, then that is great! Have you done fabric as well though? And how did you find it after? Did you need to sand it or was it crunchy feeling at all? What about floors? Sorry so many questions. I am going to be redoing a lot of different things here in the next month or so and would love to get more info. before I start. Thanks! :). I just finished reading your blog and went through most of the comments/ questions. I am wondering about sanding. Do you need to? Even with furniture? And the wax. Is this necessary or only for a certain look? Thanks again. :)Rachelle Morrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04570955049094364634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-63223355393618014792013-07-10T21:46:00.219-04:002013-07-10T21:46:00.219-04:00What wax do you use afterward? Where can I find i...What wax do you use afterward? Where can I find it? Thanks for posting this!Kristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05456047476717257255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-70854153804945937482013-07-10T21:45:21.015-04:002013-07-10T21:45:21.015-04:00What wax do you use afterward? Where can I find i...What wax do you use afterward? Where can I find it? Thanks for posting this!Kristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05456047476717257255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-66184459056334700622013-06-27T20:17:11.875-04:002013-06-27T20:17:11.875-04:00I used your version of chalk paint today and it wo...I used your version of chalk paint today and it worked perfect. I did add a little more water and I mixed (shook?) it up in a quart size mason jar...came out super smooth.<br />Thanks so much.<br />JasonJason Aguilarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08032217454779596153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-27940007444490844802013-05-27T20:08:55.162-04:002013-05-27T20:08:55.162-04:00Where can I buy Plaster of Paris in small amounts ...Where can I buy Plaster of Paris in small amounts for a reasonable price? Some of what I found says exterior... does it matter?<br />Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14264642213412959065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-47386115963849286202013-05-27T20:08:36.060-04:002013-05-27T20:08:36.060-04:00Where can I buy Plaster of Paris in small amounts ...Where can I buy Plaster of Paris in small amounts for a reasonable price? Some of what I found says exterior... does it matter?<br />Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14264642213412959065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-581795285912605532013-05-25T23:28:39.074-04:002013-05-25T23:28:39.074-04:00Love this piece! I&#39;m curious how you got the s...Love this piece! I&#39;m curious how you got the stuff off of the glass? thanks!Meliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07664669108033475629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-89104964188780752012013-04-28T19:00:20.338-04:002013-04-28T19:00:20.338-04:00Instead of waxing... could I use poly over it?Instead of waxing... could I use poly over it?Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14264642213412959065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4325770465476451177.post-32660501573001965522013-04-27T21:17:42.409-04:002013-04-27T21:17:42.409-04:00Not sure why you have 4 equal lines on a container...Not sure why you have 4 equal lines on a container, if we are only using the first line for plaster of paris? Are we to fill water to next line and then paint to one after that....help pleaseVictoria Delamarterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12239477869612922594noreply@blogger.com